Slavery in Armidale - a Cult of Victims Rescued. For those who missed it, Australian authorities recently rescued 6 women from a man named, James Robert Davis. He had enslaved...
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The Untold Realities of Abusive Pregnancy
In this blog, we address the issue of Abusive Pregnancy. Not all babies are born out of a loving relationship. And incredibly, pregnant women tend to experience greater severity...
Rape is not a Joke
Can you believe that “National Rape Day” is a new trend growing on media platforms? Because Domestic Violence Awareness month is in May, we thought it is important to take a look...
Thriving in 2020 – Survivor News Nov/Dec
Our news is of thriving not just surviving! As the year comes to an end, first we would like to say a huge thank you to all of you for your support during a very challenging...
Now that I am Free
It is gut-wrenching to hear survivor narratives on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking. But it is awe-inspiring to hear survivor stories on FREEDOM… What does it Mean to be...
Day 16 – Human Rights Day – 5 Ways to Take Action
Today is the United Nations Human Rights Day. At the Freedom Hub we believe this should be everyday but sadly the world is has many who exploit others for their own gain. The UN...
Day 8 – International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
Today is International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, December 2 It is an interesting concept the "Abolition" of Slavery, given we still have slavery today. In days gone by...
Day 4 – Australian Slavery Survivors Find Freedom
The Freedom Hub Survivor School helps slavery survivors find freedom. That is freedom from their past, freedom from their own feeling of shame, and freedom to chose a new life....
Day 7 – Freedom from Forced Marriage
Being Forced to Marry Note: Forced marriage is against a girls will. It is different to 'arranged marriage' where they consent and know it is happening. Usually in forced...
Survivor News – Recovering from Trauma. Sept 2020
Thanks for taking time to learn about our work. This article looks at how our Survivor School has been equipping survivors rebuild their life after their trauma, and strive...
Three Women: real lives – trafficked
Do you want to understand more about the issue of Forced Marriage and the impact it has on women? Then here are three stories you need to read. Real lives that will help you get...
Three things I learnt about Modern Slavery in Australia
My name is Brinda. In this blog I want to share what I learnt about slavery and how working at the Freedom Hub impacted my life. Firstly about me. I am an international student...